Howdy, everybody! It’s time for another roundup of What’s New in Epcot!
Epcot’s Spaceship Earth
Today we’ve got a lot to tell you about, including menu changes, construction updates, and lots of new merch — including some adorable Finding Nemo buttons.
Let’s get started!
Epcot Food Update
Future World
Over in the Land Pavilion, we noticed that Sunshine Seasons has added the new Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade to its physical menu — thanks to a handy-dandy label maker. 😉
Menu at Sunshine Seasons
In case you missed it, we tried a boozy version of this slush (along with allll the other new Arendelle Aqua treats) when the Frozen-inspired color trend debuted.
Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade
Read our full review of the Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade here!
World Showcase
When we were meandering around the France Pavilion, we noticed that a favorite seasonal treat has returned to L’Artisans des Glaces! The Pumpkin Spice Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches are BACK!
Updated Menu Board at L’Artisans des Glaces
The Pumpkin Spice Macaron Sandwich has replaced the seasonal Strawberry Macaron for the time being. If you’re a fan of all things pumpkin spice, head on over to the France Pavilion to grab this fall-flavored treat.
Pumpkin Spice Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich
Epcot Construction Update
Future World
We couldn’t spot many external changes to the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind construction, but we did see a few cute umbrellas on the roof! We give our props to the construction crew — September in Orlando can be quite warm.
Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction
The new thrill ride is slated to open in time for Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebrations in 2021 and we’re already counting down the days. In case you missed it, we recently got a closer look at the attraction’s snazzy ride vehicles — you can check those out here!
Learn more about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind here!
Also in Future World, the water outside of Journey into Imagination was drained again once again.
Walkway near Journey into Imagination
Meanwhile over by Mission: Space, construction continues to progress on the upcoming Space 220 restaurant and looks about the same from the outside.
Space 220 Restaurant Construction
The new restaurant will feature a panoramic view of space and will offer an internationally-inspired menu. According to Disney, Space 220 is expected to open sometime this year, so we hope we’ll have more information to share with you soon!
Read more about Space 220 here!
World Showcase
Construction is also underway on Epcot’s Skyliner station.
Disney’s Skyliner is almost open!
The Disney World Skyliner Gondola System will officially open on September 29th, and will connect Epcot and Hollywood Studios to several Disney resorts!
Learn more about the Skyliner Gondola System here!
Epcot Merchandise Update
We found a LOT of merchandise during our most recent visit to Epcot, so buckle up and let’s dive in!
Mouse Gear
New to us at Mouse Gear is this ringer t-shirt featuring Mickey, Donald, Pluto, and Goofy for $34.99!
Ringer Tee
We also spied these adorable new Finding Nemo buttons for $9.99!
Finding Nemo Celebration Buttons
And this cute new herringbone Mickey fedora for $24.99!
Mickey Fedora
If you’re looking for even MORE Arendelle Aqua merchandise to add to your collection, we noticed this adorable new Arendelle Aqua Alex and Ani Bracelet for $44.99.
New Alex and Ani Arendelle Aqua Bracelet
Mouse Gear had plenty in stock during our visit but they’ve been selling out on the reg, so if you see it in stock and want it, make sure you grab it!
Explore even more of the Arendelle Aqua merchandise here!
And since Fountain View has closed thanks to Epcot’s massive transformation, you can currently find Starbucks ornaments, tumblers and mugs at Mouse Gear — for now!
Starbucks Merchandise at Mouse Gear
Get up to date on Epcot’s closures here!
Village Traders
R.I.P. Club Cool — we will miss your squeaky, sticky floors and free tiny paper cups of soda more than you’ll ever know! Luckily, you can still grab some Coca-Cola merch over at Village Traders in World Showcase (if you’re feelin’ reminiscent)!
Coca-Cola Zipper Pouches
Stein Haus
Oktoberfest merch has flooded the Germany Pavilion! There are so many great pieces to choose from!
There’s a Happy Beer Day Shirt for $29.99…
Happy Beer Day! T-shirt
…and this Pretzel and Stein Grey Shirt for 34.99!
Pretzel & Stein Shirt
How about this Plastic Light Up Stein for $14.99…
Light Up Happy Beer Day! Stein
…or this “My Life Is Brewtiful” shirt for $29.99.
“My Life Is Brewtiful” Shirt
We also spotted this Germany grey and white long-sleeve shirt for $34.99…
Germany Shirt
…and this Happy Beer Day sweatshirt for $49.99.
Happy Beer Day! Sweatshirt
We love our Tervis cups! Check out this Prost Tervis for $32.99.
Prost Tervis
And you can grab some cute Oktoberfest coasters to go with your Tervis for $24.99!
Oktoberfest Coasters
More Versions of the Octoberfest Coasters
How about this Reutter Porzellan small dish for $12.99?
Oktoberfest Reutter Porzellan Small Dish
Pair it with a matching Reutter Porzellan stein for $9.99.
Oktoberfest Reutter Porzellan Stein
We highly approve of this “Don’t Be a Brat” shirt for $24.99…
Don’t Be a Brat Oktoberfest shirt
…and this Tervis to match for $22.99!
Don’t be a Brat Tervis
You’ve gotta check out this small Germany pants stein for $14.99. So stinking cute!
Small German Pants stein
Warn Oktoberfest you’re coming with this “Ready or Not Beer I Come” shirt for $29.99…
Ready or Not Beer I Come Shirt
… or go with this more understated red Oktoberfest shirt for $34.99.
Oktoberfest Red Shirt
We also found this cute grey Oktoberfest shirt for $34.99!
Oktoberfest Shirt
It even has a fun pretzel design on the back!
Oktoberfest Shirt
Last, but certainly not least, this adorbs grey long-sleeve Oktoberfest sweatshirt is now available for $39.99!
Oktoberfest Sweatshirt
That wraps up our walk around Epcot’s Future World and World Showcase — until next time! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for even more news from the Disney parks and resorts.
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I’m so excited about the skyliner; to me it will be an attraction all to itself, and although I’m not a beer drinker I think those Octoberfest beer drinker items will be a hit!
I really miss being able to order merch, they took away the app, they took away the ordering phone line..shopdisney.com has very little. you use to be able to order just about anything over the phone or on the parksapp. Seems like they are just going backwards anymore, would love to order a couple of those Germany things.